Archive of 2014 | LeisureCourses.net - short courses & residential study breaks in great locations
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Rest and Restore Retreat
Listed on December 12, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesEscape for a long weekend and truly rest and recover. Experience complete relaxation and find deep rest.
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Extended Clarinet Weekend
Listed on March 7, 2016 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis new course is for clarinettists with at least 18 month’s experience. Participants will receive individual support and advice as well as group tuition. Participants can expect to play with those of similar experience whilst benefitting from the skills and expertise of the tutor. A varied library of music will be available for...
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Batik into Book-making
Listed on October 16, 2015 by Anglia Leisure Learning in Featured CoursesOn this relaxing one day course, you will discover how to design and create a beautiful hard-backed book with your own piece of batik on the cover. YRead more ... -
Mindfulness & Meditation: a 3-day course for women
Listed on April 10, 2015 by The Grange in Featured CoursesThis weekend is intended to introduce meditation and mindfulness to those who are interested in learning more as well as those who have some experience. The Grange offers us exclusive use of a beautiful country house and grounds which is perfect for maintaining focus and peace. Read more ... -
The Lindisfarne Gospels: Celtic and Anglo-Saxon art in action with Professor Michelle Brown
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesThis course will focus on one of the world’s most beautiful books, the Lindisfarne Gospels, made in the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Northumbria in the early 8th centuryRead more ... -
Floristry: Christmas Workshop
Listed on October 22, 2014 by Missenden Abbey in Featured CoursesPrepare all your Christmas decorations, including a door wreath ready for the festivities. New ideas and inspiration for new and repeat learners and an opportunity to cover a wide range of skills in a relaxed workshop environment. Read more ... -
Christmas Cards in Coloured Pencil
Listed on October 22, 2014 by Missenden Abbey in Featured CoursesJoin Jill Winch at Missenden Abbey and learn how to produce your own Christmas card with coloured pencils. Jill will also give advice on having it printed in order to send to friends and family. Read more ... -
Anyone Can Do It – Build a Simple Website in a Weekend
Listed on October 14, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course will show you how to design and build a simple web site. No special software or previous technical experience is necessary.Read more ... -
Embellish for Christmas
Listed on October 12, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesEmbroider, wrap, twist, needleweave, include a simple beaded edging, add a tassel, incorporate the decorative technique of Dorset Crosswheel buttons .....and more .Read more ... -
Ukulele Weekend for Refreshers and Improvers
Listed on October 10, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course is offered to anyone who wants to refresh or improve their ukulele playing. Please Note: You will need to bring a ukulele to the course.Read more ... -
Christmas Concert with Phoenix Brass
Listed on October 9, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesWhat better way to get you into the Christmas spirit than a concert of festive tunes, along with some old favourites and a few carols for you to sing along with. Join friends and family to start your festive celebrations off with a bang, mince pies and mulled wine. To make it...
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Stained Glass for Beginners & Improvers
Listed on October 9, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesThis is an exciting course, with Aza Adlam, who will take you through all the stages of completing a ‘leaded’ stained glass panel – how to cut all kinds of beautiful coloured glass, how to lead and solder the panel together and finally how to cement and polish for the finished effect. All tools,...
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Dutch Art, Design & Architecture (1890-1939), From Art Nouveau to De Stijl
Listed on October 9, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesThis course, with Mike Hope, will set out to show how the Dutch contribution, in terms of art, design and architecture, developed and burst onto the world stage. The often overlooked flowering of a particular version of Art Nouveau was soon to be challenged and overtaken by a series of movements and exponents, culminating...
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Gifts for Christmas: Place Mats & Table Runners
Listed on October 9, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesLearn the techniques for making professional gifts that anyone would be really happy to receive as their Christmas present. All-comers welcome but please note you will need basic sewing knowledge, including the ability to use your own sewing machine, which you will need to bring with you.Read more ... -
Making Money from Magazine Journalism
Listed on September 6, 2014 by Anglia Leisure Learning in Featured CoursesThis weekend is for anyone who would like to see their name in print and earn some money at the same time. Maureen Moody’s practical workshop, covering non-fiction writing, is an inspirational introduction to magazine journalism for adults of all ages and backgrounds.Read more ... -
A Passion for Pastel – a course with Murray Ince
Listed on August 3, 2014 by Shorland Old Farm in Featured CoursesThis six day holiday, focusing on painting with pastels, is suitable for the complete beginner.Read more ... -
Mixed Media Workshop with Anthony Barrow
Listed on August 3, 2014 by Shorland Old Farm in Featured CoursesThis five day mixed media painting course will consist of painting the landscape in acrylics, how to paint a portrait in acrylics and charcoal, painting the urban and some experimental work using collage and painting flowers.Read more ... -
Mosaic Workshop with Trudy Britton
Listed on August 3, 2014 by Shorland Old Farm in Featured CoursesOn this four day mosaic workshop, students will explore all aspects of mosaic-making, from drawing up original designs, to creating a finished piece of work. No previous experience is required.Read more ... -
Atmospheric Landscapes in Watercolour
Listed on August 3, 2014 by Shorland Old Farm in Featured CoursesThis three day course in painting atmospheric landscapes in watercolour will include demonstrations from Bill Lupton and plenty of individual tuition time. Read more ... -
Autumnal Landscapes using Acrylic – Painting Course with Colin Steed
Listed on August 3, 2014 by Shorland Old Farm in Featured CoursesThis three day course is for anyone who has painted with acrylic before and would like to improve their technique when painting autumn landscapes.Read more ... -
Weaving with Fiona Nisbet
Listed on August 3, 2014 by Ludlow Mascall Centre in Featured CoursesA two day weaving workshop to make your very own fabric - at Ludlow Mascall CentreRead more ... -
Felt Making with Fiona Nisbet
Listed on August 3, 2014 by Ludlow Mascall Centre in Featured CoursesThis is a really easy, fun, tactile activity for both children and adults. You can come and make a simple picture, or wall-hanging or create a 3-D sculptured piece with Fiona Nisbet, Textile Artist, Designer and Maker well known from BBC1 TV programme "Escape to the Country" January 2014Read more ... -
Spinning – Weaving – Felt Making
Listed on July 22, 2014 by Ludlow Mascall Centre in Featured CoursesCourses are suitable for beginners and more advanced learners who wish to make better use of their toolkit or reinforcing their existing skills. Fiona has been teaching for many years and can share her experience with you. She will give you guidance and encouragement so you’ll go home with your head buzzing with ideas and inspiration. For more details and information about the courses and techniques please contact Fiona on 01948 871 618 or shropshireweavers@yahoo.co.uk or visit Fiona's website www.shropshireweavers.com To book your place please contact Ludlow Mascall Centre on 01584 873 882 or info@ludlowmascallcentre.co.uk If you are looking for an alternative holiday in the UK or wish to learn in a lovely setting of the rural market town Ludlow why not book to stay overnight, be creative and have a restful break at the same time. Please find details about our accommodation, price for B&B per person is £33.60 with the option of lunch and evening meals a la carte. Make a booking enquiry Read more ... -
The Dillington Summer School
Listed on June 11, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesOut-and-about or Dillington based, create a learning holiday with a difference. Read more ... -
The Twentieth Dillington Classical Guitar Summer School
Listed on June 11, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesThis popular event offers classical guitarists a unique opportunity to participate in a varied programme of music making, with plenty of time to develop playing and music reading skills. Read more ... -
Purcell & The London of His Time
Listed on June 11, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesThis week will explore Purcell’s dramatic works such as Dido and Aeneas, King Arthur and the Fairy Queen, his court and other odes for special occasions, his magnificent church music and his glorious instrumental works such as the Fantazias for viols and the two sets of trio sonatas. Read more ... -
Music Workshop – Acoustic Instruments of Any Kind
Listed on June 11, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesThis course is designed mainly for players of the following instruments; guitar, mandolin, dobro, banjo, bass, fiddle. Musicians with other instruments would be welcome, subject to their contacting us about suitabilityRead more ... -
Gold in Stumpwork
Listed on June 11, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesOn this course at Dillington we will be covering a variety of techniques incorporating old wires, beads, fabrics and threads, and needlelace stitches. Read more ... -
Clothesmaking
Listed on June 10, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesOver a few days, it is your opportunity to construct garments of your choice that will fit you to a high professional standard. Read more ... -
Chinese Brush Painting
Listed on June 10, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis weekend course will study subjects such as flower, bird, fruit, animal, fish or landscape, all taught in the traditional method of demonstration and practice.Read more ...
